10 Songs Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.
First observed in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. Day wasn’t recognized by all 50 states until 2000. It isn’t just a day just about the man; it’s a day about the dream. Here are 10 songs that pay tribute to King, his ideals and his relentless persistence for change. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayPaul McCartney to Release New Album of Covers
Paul McCartney has announced he will release a new album on Feb. 7, 2012. The album will be released on Hear Music/ Concord Records and feature covers of standards that McCartney said inspired his own music. The album will also feature two new songs from McCartney. read more
Found in: Movies, NewsGeorge Harrison's Sister to Release "Tell-All" Memoir
The perception of George Harrison, who died almost exactly ten years ago of lung cancer, as the "quiet Beatle" is consistent throughout much Beatles-related lore — but the late guitarist's older sister, Louise Harrison, is seeking to set the record straight on this and other matters. read more
Found in: Books, NewsUniversal, Sony to Acquire EMI
The New York Times reported that Vivendi, a French media and telecommunications company, is set to acquire the recorded music division of EMI for about $1.9 million. Artists that are currently under the EMI name include huge acts like the Beatles, Pink Floyd, Queen, Beastie Boys and Coldplay. This puts EMI under the same company as Universal Music Group, which the New York Times points out is already the world’s largest music company. read more
Found in: Music, NewsSong Premiere: Alejandro Escovedo - "Help!"
Alejandro Escovedo's rendition of "Help!" takes the upbeat youthful spirit of the original and translates it into the slow and ponderous desperation of man approaching old age. read more
Found in: Featured Audio15 Great Music-Related Pumpkins
With Halloween coming up, it’s a great time of the year to celebrate with all things pumpkin: beer, pie and now, your favorite musicians. We scoured across the internet to find some of our favorite music-related pumpkins. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayJohn Lennon's Tooth Up For Auction
Sure, maybe you’ve got all of the Beatles’ remastered albums, every Anthology collection, the mono albums and if you’re really lucky, you’ve got a “butcher” cover or two. But an auction that will take place next month will test exactly how crazy some people are over the Beatles. Whether it’s awesome or not, that is debatable, but thanks to an auction in Stockport, you’ll have a chance to buy one of John Lennon’s teeth. As the BBC reports, the tooth was given to Beatles’ housekeeper Dot Jarlett when she worked for Lennon at the Kenwood mansion in Surrey in the... read more
Found in: Blogs, Awesome of the DayMichael Winterbottom to Direct Film About The Beatles’ Final Years
Director Michael Winterbottom has tackled music in his past films, from dance music in Manchester in _24 Hour Party People_ to live concert performance in _9 Songs_. With the film _The Longest Cocktail Party_, Winterbottom will be taking on the final years of The Beatles. read more
Found in: Movies, NewsEight Shifts in Musical Style That Worked
Evolution is a natural phenomenon, one that applies to music as well as biology. Unless you're as ultra-consistent as AC/DC or the Foo Fighters, it’s pretty common for a band to somewhat change its style over time—for better or worse. Here are eight, who like a fine wine, got better with time, thanks in part to a huge stylistic progression. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the Day10 Essential Keyboard Tracks to Celebrate National Piano Month
September is National Piano Month. As you’re probably well aware, musicians have been tickling the ivories for centuries now, and popular music as we know it wouldn’t be the same without the instrument.... read more
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